What you need to know about type 2 diabetes:
-Most common type of diabetes.
-Type II diabetes causes insulin resistant (which means that your pancreas is not using insulin properly).
Symptoms of high blood sugar.
- Increased thirst.
- Headaches.
- Blurred Vision.
- Frequent urination.
- Fatigue.
Symptoms of low blood sugar.
- Excessive sweating, hunger, fatigue and shakiness.
- Nausea/vomiting.
- Mental confusion.
- Palpitations.
Watch this video to learn about Type II diabetes
Its all about the support!
Life style changes (American Diabetes Association, 2018)
- Timing of your meals
- How much to eat- Consult your PCP and Nutritionist
- What foods to choose- Find some helpful resources! Visit http://www.diabetes.org
- Increase your physical activity.
Treatment:
- Diet
- Exercise
- Oral medications
- Insulin
PREVENTION IS KEY!
References
American Diabetes Association. (2018). Retrieved from http://www.diabetes.org/diabetes-basics/type-2/?loc=util-header_type2
Effective Type 2 Diabetes Diet Plan: See top Foods & Plans to Reverse Type 2 Diabates (2016). Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rnZmDCYkxiQ
Living with type 2 Diabetes: Finding the support you need. (2014). Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y2NyG-7kHmE
Understanding Type 2 Diabetes. (2014). Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JAjZv41iUJU